Ski Accident Lawsuit The injury lawyers Bloch & Chapleau, LLC, recently announced it has settled a ski injury lawsuit in the amount of $750,000 for an accident that occurred at Vail Mountain A skier was severely injured when she was struck from behind in a ski collision. This collision was caused by excessive speed and […]
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Important Information to Exchange After a Car Accident
*This is a guest post from another attorney. The author’s views are his own, and do not necessarily reflect the views of our firm. This does not constitute an endorsement of any attorney or firm. Immediately following a car accident, it can be difficult to think and act rationally. You may be so concerned about […]
Four Steps to Take After a Car Accident
*This is a guest post from another attorney. The author’s views are his own, and do not necessarily reflect the views of our firm. This does not constitute an endorsement of any attorney or firm. There is a massive amount of confusion after a car accident, so it is not surprising that you are overwhelmed […]
Federal Appeals Court Enforces Vail’s Broad Liability Waiver to Completely Bar Lawsuit Arising from a Ski Lift Injury
Vail’s Broad Liability Waiver On January, 8, 2018, the 10th Circuit Court of Appeals issued its Opinion in the case of Teresa Brigance v. Vail Summit Resorts, Inc. The Federal Appeals Court ruled that Vail’s broad liability waiver that appears on the back of a ski lift ticket completely bars the claims of Dr. Teresa […]
What to Do after a Hit-and-Run Accident
No one wants to think about the possibility of being in a car accident. Even worse, however, is the idea of being involved in a hit-and-run car accident. This is where the other driver flees the scene of the accident before being identified. It jeopardizes the victim’s chances of compensation. If you are in a […]
The Other Driver is Blaming Me for the Accident
If you were recently involved in a serious car accident in Denver or Eagle County, it can be difficult to think about anything but your injuries and your recovery. We know how frustrating it can be to get hurt in a severe crash caused by another driver’s negligence. When you know the other driver bears […]
Can I Sue the City and County of Denver for My Car Accident?
According to a fact sheet from the Colorado State Patrol and Department of Public Safety, fatal motor vehicle crashes are on the rise in the state. Between 2016 and 2017 so far, auto accident fatalities in Colorado have increased by more than 15 percent. While the rate of injury crashes has decreased slightly, there were […]
How Long Does a Victim Have to File a Car Accident Lawsuit in Colorado?
Were you hurt in a serious car accident in Colorado? If so, you are entitled to receive full financial compensation for your damages from the at fault party. Recovering fair compensation is not always easy for injured victims. You need to be ready to deal with Colorado’s complex injury claims process and the state’s rules […]
The Insurance Company Is Refusing to Pay My Claim
Colorado operates under a ‘fault’ auto insurance system. This means that the insurance company of the driver who was to blame for the accident is legally responsible for covering any damages that stem from that crash. Unfortunately, in far too many cases, the big insurance companies refuse to actually pay out wholly valid claims. This […]
Personal Injury Statute of Limitations in Colorado
If you’ve been injured in a car accident, it’s important to act quickly. Colorado’s statute of limitations may prevent you from receiving compensation if too much time elapses before you file a personal injury lawsuit. What is a “Statute of Limitations”? Every state has several “statutes of limitations.” They specify how long a party has […]